Findley Campground is located on the west shore of Jackson Meadow Reservoir. The campground offers single family campsites, each equipped with a picnic table and campfire ring. It is surrounded by pine and fir trees. Jackson Meadow Reservoir is a gorgeous high elevation lake with good fishing. The reservoir offers excellent opportunites for boating, canoeing, water skiing, swimming, and fishing.  Anglers will find rainbow and brown trout.  A boat ramp and designated swim beach are located within the Woodcamp Recreation Area.  Nevada Irrigation District maintains and operates this facility.

A half-mile interpretive nature trail wanders through the adjacent Woodcamp Campground. Hunting and biking are popular activities in the surrounding area.

At a Glance

Current Conditions: No water.
Reservations: Reservations are available online at www.recreation.gov six months in advance. 
Area Amenities: Interpretive Site, Accessible, Tent camping, Camping trailer, Fee charged for some activities, Picnic tables, Toilets, Drinking water
Fees: $24 per site
$5 for extra vehicle
Open Season: August 1 - September 13
Usage: Heavy
Busiest Season: Summer
Restrictions: All camping must be within designated campsites in Jackson Meadow Recreation Area.  Bears frequent the area; all food must be kept in approved containers.  Fire restrictions may be imposed at any time due to hot, dry weather conditions, at which time campfires and charcoal fires may not be allowed. Off-road vehicle use is prohibited within the campground. 
Closest Towns:  The closest services are in Sierraville, 11 miles north from Hwy 89 or Truckee, 17 miles south from Hwy 89.
Water: Potable Water
Restroom: Vault Toilet
Passes: Federal Recreational Lands Passes are honored on all applicable fees.
Operated By: Nevada Irrigation District
Information Center: This facility is operated by the Nevada Irrigation District, 1036 W. Main Street, Grass Valley, CA  95945,  530-265-8861.

General Information

Accessibility:

Restrooms and limited number of campsites.  Access from vehicle to camspite requires assistance.  


Directions:

Take Interstate 80 to the Truckee/Highway 89 North exit. Follow Highway 89 north for 17 miles, to the Jackson Meadows turnoff. Travel west on Forest Road 07 for 18 miles, to Jackson Meadows Reservoir. Proceed across the dam and continue on a paved/gravel road for approximately four miles. Turn left at the Woodcamp Recreation Area sign and proceed to the campground. 


Recreation Map

Map showing recreational areas. Map Information

Activities

Mountain Biking

Campground Camping

There are 14 campsites at this campground with some available for trailers.  There is piped water and flush toilets.  Elevation: 6100 feet.  Activities and amenities available include: firewood vendor and self pay station.  Within 1 mile is beach access, boat ramp, boating, fishing, general store and swimming.

No. of Sites 15 single site(s)
Reservation Info This site can be reserved by calling Toll Free 1-877-444-6777 (International 518-885-3639 or TDD 877-833-6777) or on-line at http://www.recreation.gov
No. of Accessible sites Restrooms and a limited number of campsites.  Access from vehicle to campsite requires assistance.

RV Camping

Lake and Pond Fishing

Day Hiking

Boating - Motorized

Boating - Non-Motorized

Swimming

Amenities

Interpretive Site: Woodcamp Creek Interpretive Trail
Accessible: Restrooms and limited number of campsites. Access from vehicle to camspite requires assistance.

Recreation Areas

Recreation Activities

Location

 
  Latitude : 
39.485038

  Longitude : 
-120.553909

  Elevation : 
6200